Be a part of a team of communications professionals which provides a comprehensive communications program for Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and School.

Representative responsibilities:

• Publish our weekly communication medias for both our church and school including bulletin, eNews, Weekender, and website updates
• Create livestream graphics and links for all Masses and streamed events
• Edit audio content for weekly homily podcast
• Collect church and school stories from a variety of individuals and either edit/re-write or ghostwrite their stories for use in a different medium
• Administrative support duties as needed and upon request
• Collaborate with your extended team: Director of Advancement, Advancement Assistant, and other Marketing Communications Specialists
• Engage and collaborate with volunteers
• Assist in the development of marketing materials for the Parish and School
• Assist special events volunteer teams (and volunteers) with the communications for the Men’s Club Annual Gala, OLG School Marathon, Give to the Max, anniversary celebration(s) for the school and parish, and additional events
• Attend Parish, School, and community events to record, photograph, establish and build relationships with key parishioners (e.g. – families, parents, grandparents, alumni, community leaders)
• Work with volunteers and staff to photograph, record, write up events as they happen
• Serve as a collaborative member of a dynamic Parish and School staff
• Be present, ready to work and on time for all scheduled hours
• Presence at an Our Lady of Grace Mass is sometimes required. This position should be present at a weekend Mass one-time per month

The responsibilities listed above are representative of the position and are not all-inclusive.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree desired, but required to have the skills necessary for the position
• Must live a life and possess values consistent with the organization’s mission and vision
• The capacity to clearly comprehend and communicate Our Lady of Grace’s mission
• Must be tech savvy and invested in uncovering tools that would improve job output
• Excellent listening and communications skills with a natural curiosity
• Demonstrable computer proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, JotForm, email service providers (Constant Contact and/or MailChimp) and other digital tools
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills and ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner
• VIRTUS completed and up-to-date within the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis
• Some evenings and weekends as required
• Prior experience in a non-profit or similar organization preferred

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Jon Cassady, Director of Advancement at joncassady@olgparish.org.